The 4th Official
Arsenal clashed heads with Newcastle United in this week’s early Premier League kickoff at the Emirates stadium on Saturday. After a disappointing defeat against Liverpool last week, Arsenal came out on top at the Emirates to comfortably beat Newcastle United 2-0. After a frustrating first half for Arsenal, Bukayo Saka broke the deadlock in the 56th minute with a crisp finish. Martinelli then came off the bench and extended the Gunners’ lead as he scored with his first touch to secure all 3 points at home.
Arsenal Player Ratings Vs Newcastle United
Aaron Ramsdale 7.5/10
Ramsdale didn’t have much to do but was there when Arsenal needed him the most as he produced another stunning save to deny Shelvey from long range.
Takehiro Tomiyasu 8/10
The Japanese had some opportunities to go forward today and took them with both hands as he produced the assist for Arsenal’s second goal and created two more chances for the forwards.
Gabriel Magalhaes 7/10
Gabriel was solid defensively and kept the Newcastle attackers at bay for the whole game.
Ben White 7.5/10
White was key to Arsenal’s build-up as he progressed with the ball and also did a solid defensive job. He didn’t give Wilson any space to work with.
Nuno Tavares 7.5/10
The Portuguese had a rough first half where he blazed some shots far over the bar but was impressive in the second half and also provided the crucial assist to Saka to break the deadlock…
